Episodes

637
April 1, 2026

637: "Don't Shoot" | Bound (1996)

Corky thought her life was just a series of cold showers and cheap paint until she was pulled through a literal hole in the wall by her seductive neighbor, Violet. What started as a plumbing gig quickly spirals into a lethal game of "keep away" involving $2 million in laundered Mafia cash. Trapped in a claustrophobic web of double-crosses, the two women must outmaneuver a crew of high-strung wiseguys to make a clean getaway with the cash. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button...
636
March 25, 2026

636: "No more Miss Nice Girl!" | Matilda (1996)

After years of surviving her family's TV obsession and her father’s shady car-dealership schemes, Matilda Wormwood finally goes to school—only to face the hammer-throwing tyranny of Miss Trunchbull. She quickly discovers that a lifetime of reading has ignited a telekinetic spark fueled by a fierce sense of justice. Armed with this new power, Matilda will do her best to ensure that no child is overlooked or mistreated again. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button and join us fo...
635
March 18, 2026

635: "Sanctuary! Sanctuary!" | The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)

Following a public shaming at the Feast of Fools, Quasimodo is swept from his lonely bell tower into the city’s gritty underground: the Court of Miracles. He joins a crew of spirited outcasts to plot a high-stakes rebellion against Judge Frollo, dodging Parisian guards and existential gargoyle advice along the way. Quasi soon discovers that a little inner strength can turn a lifetime of hiding into a legendary stand for justice. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button and join ...
634
March 10, 2026

634: "I tawt I taw Michael Jordan" | Space Jam (1996)

After a humiliating run-in with basketball-stealing aliens, Michael Jordan is yanked through a golf hole and tumbled into the world’s strangest comeback story: Looney Tune Land. He teams up with a crew of animated underdogs—part slapstick troupe, part desperate athletes—as they train for a high-stakes showdown against the Monstars while dodging cartoon anvils and existential bunny banter. Along the way, MJ discovers that teamwork and a little toon physics can turn a cosmic kidnapping into a sla...
633
March 4, 2026

633: "Try looking at it another way" | James and the Giant Peach (1996)

After a tragically crunchy run-in with a rogue rhinoceros, young James escapes two nightmare aunts and tumbles into the world’s strangest road trip: a skyscraper-sized peach rolling across the countryside. Inside, he teams up with a crew of oversized insect roommates—part found family, part traveling circus—as they sail the fruit across the Atlantic while dodging sharks, seagulls, and the occasional bout of existential bug chatter. Along the way, James discovers that courage, friendship, and a ...
632
Feb. 25, 2026

632: "Wibbly-Wobbly Ooby Dooby" | Star Trek: First Contact (1996)

Haunted by his past and a Borg collective that lives rent-free in his head, Captain Jean-Luc Picard must stop the cybernetic zombies from sabotaging Earth’s first warp flight—the very moment that puts humanity on the galactic map. While the crew fights a high-stakes game of "hide and seek" in the Jefferies tubes, Picard must find his inner Ahab to stop the Borg Queen. Meanwhile, Commander Riker has to sober up the legendary, yet perpetually hungover, Zefram Cochrane just in time to make history...
631
Feb. 18, 2026

631: "She said hand-some, not hand-less" | Kingpin (1996)

After losing his bowling hand (and his dignity) to a vengeful scheme, washed-up pro Roy Munson survives on cheap booze and a comb-over that deserves its own zip code. His luck turns when he discovers Ishmael, an Amish bowling prodigy with a killer hook and zero world experience. The duo embarks on a road trip to Reno, dodging angry landlords and "milking" accidental bulls to reach a million-dollar showdown. To win, Roy must out-hustle his sleazy arch-nemesis, Ernie "Big Ern" McCracken. 🎧 Did y...
630
Feb. 12, 2026

630: "Just tap it in" | Happy Gilmore (1996)

When a failed hockey player with a lethal slap shot and a short-fused temper discovers his grandmother is about to lose her home, he decides to trade the ice for the links. Happy Gilmore isn't your average golfer—he’s a beer-slugging, foul-mouthed underdog in a sport of country club snobs. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button and join us for more throwback movie breakdowns, hot takes, and retro film love. 🚀 Want even more content? Support us on Patreon for bonus episodes, b...
629
Feb. 4, 2026

629: "My pants are filled with starfish" | Muppet Treasure Island (1996)

After inheriting a mysterious treasure map, young Jim Hawkins sets sail for the high seas with a crew of felt-covered misfits and a clueless captain. But the horizon turns dark when the ship’s charismatic cook, Long John Silver (Tim Curry), reveals he’s more interested in gold than gourmet meals. From psychedelic 'Cabin Fever' hallucinations to a tropical showdown with a pig-worshipping tribe, it’s a swashbuckling scramble where Jim must find his courage before the pirates make him walk the plan...
628
Jan. 28, 2026

628: "You need human contact. Touch it." | The Cable Guy (1996)

Newly single Steven Kovacs (Matthew Broderick) slips a $50 bribe to a manic technician (Jim Carrey) for free movie channels, but he gets more than "preferred" service. Soon, the pop-culture-obsessed Cable Guy is inserting himself into Steven’s life—from "Medieval Times" brawls to high-stakes games of Password. It’s a dark, static-filled nightmare of forced friendship where Steven must "cut the cord" before his life is permanently canceled. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button...
627
Jan. 21, 2026

627: "The Spandex!" | The Phantom (1996)

Deep in the heart of the Bengalla jungle, Kit Walker takes up the mantle of the twenty-first "Ghost Who Walks" to battle the cutthroat Sengh Brotherhood. When a ruthless businessman seeks to unite the mystical Skulls of Touganda—ancient artifacts with the power to cause total global destruction—The Phantom must trade his island sanctuary for the skyscrapers of 1930s New York. It’s a pulse-pounding, old-school throwback featuring high-flying seaplanes, a fearless journalist, and a purple-clad her...
626
Jan. 14, 2026

626: "So much for rule number one" | Multiplicity (1996)

Overworked and spread thin, Doug Kinney (Michael Keaton) accepts a miracle solution from a scientist: a secret clone to handle the office while he enjoys life. But when the clones start making clones, Doug finds himself juggling a high-maintenance "Number Two," a sensitive "Number Three," and a child-like "Number Four." It’s a whimsical, high-wire act of identity as Doug tries to save his marriage and his sanity from a household full of himself. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe ...
625
Jan. 7, 2026

625: "Man down, Ethan" | Mission: Impossible (1996)

Framed for a massacre in Prague, Ethan Hunt goes rogue to hunt down a mole and recover the stolen NOC list. From the silent, sweat-inducing vaults of Langley to a high-speed helicopter chase through the Channel Tunnel, Hunt must outmaneuver his own agency to clear his name. It’s a high-stakes race to stop a master traitor from exposing every undercover agent on Earth. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button and join us for more throwback movie breakdowns, hot takes, and retro fi...
624
Dec. 30, 2025

624: "If you've gotta go..." | Goldeneye (1995)

The fate of the global economy hangs in the balance as James Bond is thrust into a race against time to recover the keys to a devastating satellite weapon. From the dizzying heights of the Verzasca Dam to the gritty streets of St. Petersburg, Bond must face a ghost from his past and a syndicate of lethal traitors. Guided by the new M and armed with Q’s latest gadgets, he must outmaneuver the bone-crushing thighs of Xenia Onatopp. From the explosive train wrecks to the final showdown in the Cuban...
623
Dec. 24, 2025

623: "FATALITY!!" | Mortal Kombat (1995)

Prepare your soul! This week, we step into the arena to witness the high-kicking, soul-stealing mayhem of Mortal Kombat (1995)! The fate of Earthrealm hangs in the balance as three legendary fighters—Liu Kang, Johnny Cage, and Sonya Blade—are lured to a mysterious island to compete in a lethal, inter-dimensional tournament. Guided by the thunder god Rayden, they must face the sorcerous tyranny of Shang Tsung and a gauntlet of supernatural killers. From the frozen chill of Sub-Zero to the four-a...
622
Dec. 17, 2025

622: "LAWWW!!!" | Judge Dredd (1995)

This week, we head to the scorched remains of the Cursed Earth to take on the dystopian excess of Judge Dredd (1995)! We analyze Sylvester Stallone’s uncompromising lawman alongside the scenery-chewing villainy of Armand Assante’s Rico. Our discussion centers on the film’s attempt to translate the gritty satire of 2000 AD into a mid-90s blockbuster, from the Gianni Versace-designed uniforms to the practical effects of the ABC Warrior. We debate whether the film’s campy action does justice to th...
621
Dec. 17, 2025

621: "Suck in the guts, guys" | Ghostbusters (1984)

This week, we’re crossing the streams one last time as we conclude our 10th-anniversary rewatch series with the ultimate supernatural classic: Ghostbusters (1984)! We revisit the lightning-in-a-bottle chemistry of Murray, Aykroyd, Ramis, and Hudson, dissecting how their deadpan improvisational style redefined the summer blockbuster. As we close out a decade of the show by revisiting the movies that defined us, we ask the final question: Does this blend of spectral slime and sharp wit still hold...
620
Dec. 10, 2025

620: "For-EV-ERRR" | Batman Forever (1995)

This week, we dive into the neon-soaked psychological chaos of Batman Forever (1995)! We analyze Val Kilmer’s fractured Bruce Wayne, the dynamic debut of Chris O'Donnell's Robin, and Nicole Kidman’s Dr. Chase Meridian. The focus: the spectacular, highly theatrical war waged by Jim Carrey's Riddler and Tommy Lee Jones' Two-Face, as they attempt to steal the minds of Gotham with a mass-hypnosis device. Did Joel Schumacher's vision strike the perfect balance between pop-art spectacle and darkness? ...
619
Dec. 3, 2025

619: "Now, little man, I give the gun to you" | Nick of Time (1995)

In Nick of Time, Johnny Depp is Gene Watson, a mild-mannered accountant whose arrival at Union Station turns into a living nightmare. Cornered by the menacing Mr. Smith (Christopher Walken), Gene is handed a gun and a horrific choice: assassinate the Governor before her speech ends, or his kidnapped daughter dies. Unfolding in relentless real-time, Watson must navigate a crowded hotel where conspirators are everywhere, racing against the clock to outwit a professional killer before the countdown...
618
Nov. 26, 2025

618: "Dial Up for Murder" | The Net (1995)

A floppy disk, a hacker conspiracy, and a life erased in a keystroke. In The Net, Sandra Bullock is Angela Bennett, a systems analyst whose isolated digital life makes her the perfect target. When she stumbles upon a deeply dangerous government conspiracy, her identity is digitally stolen, replaced by a criminal record, and every piece of her past vanishes. Chased by shadowy figures who control every network, Angela must hack her way back into her own life, where trust is a fatal error and the o...
617
Nov. 23, 2025

617: "The King of Kustomizers - George Barris"

Start your engines! This episode, we’re peeling back the custom chrome to celebrate what would have been the 100th birthday year of the undisputed King of Kustomizers: George Barris! Join us as we pop the hood on the man who built Hollywood's wildest rides. We’ll tune up the history of his iconic creations—from the original Batmobile and the Munster Koach to the legendary Beverly Hillbillies’ jalopy. We’ll cruise through his custom-car legacy, uncover the secrets behind his most outrageous buil...
616
Nov. 19, 2025

616: "The Oscar Goes to... Flash Bangwell!" | Cutthroat Island (1995)

Ahoy, Mateys! Prepare to set sail on the most infamous box-office voyage of the 1990s: Cutthroat Island (1995)! Join us as we weigh anchor on this high-seas spectacle starring Geena Davis and Matthew Modine. We'll chart the course of its production, uncover the buried treasure of its ambitious action, and see if this movie truly deserves its status as one of Hollywood's biggest flops a-hoy! Get ready to swab the deck of cinematic history with us. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe...
615
Nov. 12, 2025

615: "Dances with Whales" | Waterworld (1995)

Waterworld (1995) — the post-apocalyptic epic where Kevin Costner grows gills, drinks his own pee, and still manages to look vaguely heroic. It’s Mad Max, but wetter, weirder, and somehow more expensive. Jet skis, dirt myths, and a lot of damp denim — welcome to the future, hope you brought floaties. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button and join us for more throwback movie breakdowns, hot takes, and retro film love. 🚀 Want even more content? Support us on Patreon for bonus ...
614
Nov. 5, 2025

614: "Float the Buoy" | Crimson Tide (1995)

Two acting titans, Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington, go head-to-head aboard a nuclear submarine when a questionable missile launch order arrives. We're diving into this Tony Scott thriller, breaking down the psychological battle between a hardened captain and his measured second-in-command with all of the claustrophobic tension that comes with it. Is this the definitive submarine movie? We're taking the con and finding out. 🎧 Did you enjoy the episode? Tap that subscribe button and join us f...